ASPARAGUS ONION CASSEROLE

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This asparagus casserole goes great with just about any meal. I've prepared it ahead of time, then popped it in the oven so it's ready with the meal. -Judy Fleetwood, Beulah, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces or 2 packages (10 ounces each) asparagus cuts, thawed
2 medium onions, sliced
5 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup 2% milk
3 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup soft bread crumbs

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute asparagus and onions in 1 tablespoon of butter until crisp-tender, about 8 minutes. Transfer to an ungreased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. , In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Reduce heat. Add the cream cheese, salt and pepper; stir until cheese is melted. Pour over vegetables. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over casserole. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 654mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

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